Frame Sheet

For the life of me I can't figure how carrying a framles lump saves any energy at all. Certainly Osprey doesn't think so and they tell you just that.

I just got a 2,300 cu.in. CamelBak "Commander", a rather large daypack. Then I went out and bought two 1" wide strips of aluminum to form into a frame & bolt it in the pack W/ Stainless bolts, washers and nuts.

Finally, I bought an REI Ridgeline padded waistbelt to replace the flimsy belt that came with the pack. I'll do a little seam ripping and bar tacking of the pack's factory lumbar pad and slip the belt in behind it, just like it is on the REI pack for which the belt was made.

When finished I can do backcountry skiing in COMFORT carrying all my avy gear, food, water, 1st aid kit, extra clothes and winter survival gear.

Eric

Gee Eric, you do know this is Backpacking Light, right? No need to be hostile about frameless packs– which by the way, are very comfortable for reasonable loads.

You purchased a 3.75lb pack http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product___67689?CS_003=2477120&CS_010=67689 and then threw on some more crap [not even titanium or carbon fiber mind you] and then had the audacity to come onto BPL and brag about it?

I won't even mention it's in camo…

Hike your own hike. Besides; who really gives a rip.

If the pack fits who cares. Some are harder to fit, need more adjustability, more durability or are, ahem, fit enough to carry a little extra.